Willoughby Hedge - The Clay Tour 2020

Published on December 6, 2020
Duration: 29:16

This video follows a clay shooting competition at Willoughby Hedge, highlighting the challenges of a new course and varying environmental conditions like sun glare. Participants discuss shooting techniques, mental discipline, and the importance of gun fit and proper eye dominance. The competition showcases a mix of skill levels and friendly rivalry, emphasizing the enjoyment and challenge of the sport.

Quick Summary

The Willoughby Hedge clay shooting ground offers a unique and challenging experience, set in the scenic Wiltshire countryside. Participants faced difficulties with sun glare, emphasizing the need for mental discipline, proper gun fit, and adaptable shooting techniques to succeed in this competitive environment.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Banter
  2. 00:31Welcome to Willoughby Hedge
  3. 00:52Scoring the Round & Competition Mindset
  4. 01:17Nerves & Shooting Against Opponents
  5. 01:39Ear Protection: CFG Custom Guards
  6. 02:08Shooting Anxiety & Comfort
  7. 02:28First Targets & Misses
  8. 03:08Last Pair & Pressure
  9. 03:28Mental Game & Support
  10. 03:41The Rabbit Target Challenge
  11. 04:03Going Away Pair & Pressure
  12. 04:26Tactics & Setting the Bar
  13. 04:47Understanding Shotgun Shells
  14. 05:04The Sun-Affected Stand
  15. 05:34Sun Glare Impact on Shooting
  16. 05:51Dominating the Hardest Stand
  17. 06:05Consistency vs. Hardest Stand
  18. 06:16Long Range Targets
  19. 06:47Difficult Target Presentation
  20. 07:08Switching Guns for Comfort
  21. 07:28Struggling in Style
  22. 07:47The Small Cage Challenge
  23. 08:05Close Score & Pressure
  24. 08:20Easy Sitters & Complacency
  25. 08:41The Final Stands & Competition
  26. 09:03Beating the Score
  27. 09:15Shooting Tips & Strategy
  28. 09:29Making Up the Score
  29. 09:53The Final Pair & Pressure
  30. 10:27Gun Malfunction & Frustration
  31. 10:38Gunsmithing Needs
  32. 10:59Two Behind, Two Stands Left
  33. 11:08Lack of Hunger for the Win
  34. 11:13Allegations of Cheating & Delays
  35. 11:42The Delay Debate
  36. 11:59Need for Solo Practice
  37. 12:07Accusations of Dirty Play
  38. 12:25Plausible Misses & Cheating Claims
  39. 12:37The Final Push & Cheater Accusations
  40. 12:44Missed Pairs & Sore Loser
  41. 12:58Sending Targets at Will
  42. 13:08Ant's Final Chance
  43. 13:18Shooting from the Hip
  44. 13:26The Final Stand Decision
  45. 13:40Sun's Position & Target Acquisition
  46. 13:53Adjusting Technique for Sun
  47. 14:03Pressing Buttons with Delay
  48. 14:19Final Scores & Gun Swap
  49. 14:33Beretta vs. Maruk
  50. 14:48Final Scorecard Review
  51. 14:51Happy with Performance
  52. 15:05Replaying the Pair
  53. 15:17Finishing the Competition
  54. 15:27Coming Back Strong
  55. 15:33Training and Gun Choice
  56. 15:45Interview with Don Brunt (Double Barrels)
  57. 16:04Willoughby Hedge Shoot Details
  58. 16:22Origin of Willoughby Hedge
  59. 16:44Future of the Shoot
  60. 16:55Fantastic Time at Willoughby Hedge
  61. 16:78Congratulations to the Winner
  62. 16:90Reflections on the Place
  63. 17:10Nostalgic Clay Ground Experience
  64. 17:22Enjoyable Shooting & Challenging Targets

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Willoughby Hedge clay shooting ground unique?

Willoughby Hedge is a relatively new clay shooting ground, noted for its scenic Wiltshire location and a relaxed, non-corporate atmosphere. It offers challenging targets and a great practice environment, reminiscent of traditional farm sporting shoots.

How does sun glare affect clay pigeon shooting?

Sun glare is a significant challenge in clay shooting, making targets difficult to track and hit. Shooters often need to adjust their timing, shooting earlier in the target's flight or relying on pre-determined kill points before the sun obscures the clay.

What role does mental discipline play in clay shooting competitions?

Mental discipline is crucial for clay shooting. It helps shooters manage pressure, overcome fatigue, and maintain focus on challenging stands. A strong mental game can be the difference between hitting targets and missing them, especially in competitive scenarios.

Why is gun fit important in clay shooting?

Proper gun fit ensures comfort and consistency, allowing the shooter to mount the gun naturally and aim accurately. If a gun doesn't fit well, it can lead to fatigue, discomfort, and missed targets, as seen when a participant switched to a lighter gun.

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